Overview
- The county announced the death on Nov. 19 and withheld further identifying details.
- The decedent was an older adult with underlying health conditions who was not vaccinated this season.
- Public health data indicate flu activity in Los Angeles County is currently low.
- Officials expect infections to increase with travel and large gatherings during the holidays.
- Guidance includes vaccination for everyone 6 months and older, frequent handwashing, staying home when sick, and wearing a well-fitting mask in crowded indoor spaces or around high-risk people.